industrious
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He was industrious his entire life, eventually starting the fast-food chain known today as Chick-fil-A.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Restore said the industrious rodents were released on the estate in two stages.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
The industrious attacking midfielder has become an integral part of Barcelona's squad since making his debut in the 2023/24 season, making 113 appearances and scoring 29 goals.
From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026
But you don’t have to be quite that industrious to pull this off.
From Salon • Dec. 23, 2025
Wasn’t I the industrious stupid one who always worked?
From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler
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Grade 9, List 5
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